It was past ten in the morning, the sun is high and bright, and the sunlight is warm and not harsh. The birds keep chirping from the window pane, and the breeze is cool in the autumn season. It's a typical day in the Hillside residence. The level of noise pollution in the Hillside is less compared to the other parts of San Lorenzo Province. Edward is sleeping like a log and wasted from the masquerade ball when his older brother Daniel slams the door as he barges into his room.
"Edward, wake up!" he sounded upset and picked up the pillow from the floor and threw it on Edward. "It's almost lunchtime. You're still sleeping and intoxicated. When will you ever grow up?" he badgered.
Daniel swipes the curtains to expose the window letting the sunlight enters the room and beaming through Edward who is sound asleep cradling a pillow to his chest. Edward slowly opens his eyes and looks around his surroundings. Then he saw Daniel glaring at him.
<It was a usual lazy afternoon in biology class. While waiting for the instructor to arrive, students were busy doing assignments, others were scrolling on social media, and some were chatting with each other. Schadenfreude's laughter echoed throughout the whole science laboratory. Joaquin is truly a head-turner when it comes to being mischievous. He couldn't control himself and burst out laughing when Edward told him what happened at the masquerade ball and the time they went to his brother's house to retrieve the boob padding of the mystery woman."I can't believe that you have had quite an adventure in the past few days. I wish I could have been there to see it all." He laughed."Luckily, I survived the bombing." Edward tries so hard to control himself from laughing as he reminisces about the time Ella farted inside the car where they were both hiding from the security guard."Well, you should be thankful to Bumble Bee
Keeping secrets, as well as lying and deception, can destroy a relationship. Sometimes, it makes friendship stronger when you lie to protect them. The question is, how would you conceal the truth? There are no secrets that cannot be unraveled, and there are no lies that cannot be caught. Even the smallest lie can break the biggest trust.Ella felt uneasy and her heart trembled when she saw Edward holding the gown she wore at the masquerade ball. She couldn't believe that he would remember the gown and see it on display. Panic surged through her, and she hurriedly went inside the stockroom to hide. Bruce saw Ella rushing to the other room and immediately followed her to know what was going on."Bitch, there are two cuties outside, and you are hiding in here? Tell me the truth, are you a lesbian?" His eyebrow rose."What?" Ella immediately reacts to his friend's assumption."I've never seen
The Madrigal Heirloom is something old to remember them by and is a valuable object that has belonged to the family for generations. It is passed to and inherited by a family heir. A piece of jewelry, if possessed, contains a huge responsibility. It can bring the family together or destroy their close bond. It's either a blessing or a curse.Students gathered in the sports arena at San Lorenzo University on Friday morning for their weekly physical education class. It enhances their physical strength and improves their strategic skills to overcome different challenges. Each student is allowed to choose the sports of their liking.Edward and Joaquin were involved in the sport of clay pigeon shooting. Shooting is considered a "rich man's game" due to the expensive costs associated with purchasing a firearm and ammunition. The sport uses gun range activities to practice shooting skills for defense and offense. It helps them protect themselves an
"You don't have to do that," Ella murmured. She lowered her head out of shame."You're welcome." Edward smiled at her."You don't have to involve yourself in our feud. He is your cousin, and he will not stop until he gets his revenge on both of us," she worriedly said."It's okay. I hate that asshole anyway." Edward places his hands over her shoulders and winks at her. It's his way of telling her that everything is going to be okay."Thank you. I appreciate your help," she sheepishly said.Ella's mood lightened, and her spirits brightened. Edward noticed an unexplainable glow on her face as her smile sparkled with gratitude."Hey, do you want to grab something to eat in the cafeteria?" he casually asked her as a friend."I would love to, but I'll be late for my part-time job." There's a prick of sadness in her voice.&n
"You two have greatly disappointed me! In a shaking voice full of wrath, Bernard yelled at Edward in Joaquin, "It was a peaceful celebration, and you idiots wrecked everything. He gazed at them, his eyes flashing with rage.Bernard confined them to one of the hotel's VIP rooms after the incident and reprimanded them for assaulting Luis. Meantime, Luis was brought to the nearby hospital to receive medical attention for his injuries.Edward murmured to Joaquin, "I can't believe she was there," alluding to the mysterious woman."I can't believe that I ran intoher. Joaquin bemoaned to him, "Dude, I didn't realize it was her until you told me."All I ever asked for was your aid with my business, but instead of helping me, you steal the show by creating a ruckus and beating your cousin!" Bernard yelled indignantly.Emotionally, Edward said, "We almost got her. Her face was
It was a peaceful Sunday morning in the Happily Ever After costume shop. Ella was doing her usual routine at the counter. She spends the entire day on weekends working at the costume shop, in addition to her three weekly shifts after school throughout the week. Ella only works part-time, so she has a flexible schedule and may change her timing as needed depending on her availability. Her friends Salome and Bruce dropped by the shop to visit her during their day off so that they could spend time together and catch up on each other's lives."Hey ladies, I came bearing gifts." Bruce greeted everyone in the shop enthusiastically."I hope that is coffee," Ella replied.Ella appeared to be tired and lacking energy. She has been exhausting herself for the past few days by working hard on her part-time jobs. She did a lot of extra work for the catering services last night, and since the owner was pleased with her excellent perfo
"Ella, are you sure you can go back to school?" Lucas worriedly asked her. He placed the back of his hand over Ella's forehead to check her temperature. "Your temperature seems to be normal." Lucas releases a sigh of relief.Ella only smiled at him while continuing to pack her bag for the university. She is also getting ready for her part-time work by getting a change of clothes"I'm good. I've had enough time to rest. I get tired staying home, "She replied in jest.Lucas is aware that there is no stopping her younger sister once she makes up her mind to do something. He chose not to argue with her and instead watched her as she packed her things. Ella was about to leave the house when he remembered something."Wait up, Ella," Lucas said as he handed her a piece of paper. "I forgot to give you this."When Ella realized what it was, her eyes widened and her heartbeat accelerated.
Thirteen years ago...A young boy was born in a foreign country. When he was seven years old, he and his family returned to San Lorenzo Province in their native country. Edward is the youngest son of Mateo and Corazon Madrigal, a very powerful and influential family in San Lorenzo Province because they own numerous properties and businesses in the country.Edward was constantly bullied by other children his age. He didn't have friends at that time because he grew up abroad and couldn't speak the local dialect. It's not that he doesn't want to have friends; he just doesn't know how to approach them because he is very shy. Since other kids make fun of him, he decided to stay away from them and isolate himself.One bright and sunny day, while he is playing in the park, a group of kids approaches him. They were older and taller than him and belonged to the suburban side of the province."Hey